The Krewe Du Monde Parade on Sunday has been moved up due to the potential of severe weather conditions.

St. John Parish officials said the parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday instead of noon, weather permitting. Parish officials made the decision in conjunction with the St. John Parish Sheriff's Office and a Krewe Du Monde representative.

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Forecasts call for severe thunderstorms to develop across the area Sunday afternoon and evening. The storms could include damaging winds, large hail, isolated tornadoes, lightning and localized flooding, authorities said.

The St. John Parish Emergency Operation Center is monitoring the forecasts. Go to sjbparish.com for updates.